New guy. Refreshing an '06 Border Patrol Tahoe.

[Bigburb3500]

Welcome to the forum from Oregon.

Let it be known, I like pics too, but I never ever whine about anything. Most members don't even know I am here, I am soooo quiet.

Yup. This is fact checked.

 

[Bigburb3500]

There. Now quit whining

It's not much to look at, which is the whole idea. No squat BS. It's mostly quiet. I'll likely get some 33s after these tires are done but that's a ways off. (Yes, we fixed the loose drain fitting on the caliper.)

There is just enough room in the back to fit me for camping.

I did 3d print some gizmos. The tray fits in the little glovebox. The hook for the cup holder that still holds a soda can. The door prop is a modified chip clip just velcro'd into place. I'm making a lightweight and removable gizmo set instead of overloading it with overpriced camping gear. Space is tight, but it needs to be usable.

This is real nice looking! What type of trails do you run or are they just dirt roads where clearance and traction are sometimes needed?

Do you know any good stories your truck was involved in prior to its pampered life with you?

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

 

[War_Pig]

This is real nice looking! What type of trails do you run or are they just dirt roads where clearance and traction are sometimes needed?

Do you know any good stories your truck was involved in prior to its pampered life with you?

They're just fire roads that cross some creeks here and there. This should get me over rutted roads comfortably and not beat me up too much. I don't quite trust a tent with bears, coyotes, mountain lions, and wild hogs in the southeast. The Georgia Traverse looks interesting and there's a lot of spots for overnight or weekend camping that I can reach after work.

Where to put deer is a bit of a conundrum. I don't want to slap a carcass where I'd be sleeping eventually.

 

[Bigburb3500]

They're just fire roads that cross some creeks here and there. This should get me over rutted roads comfortably and not beat me up too much. I don't quite trust a tent with bears, coyotes, mountain lions, and wild hogs in the southeast. The Georgia Traverse looks interesting and there's a lot of spots for overnight or weekend camping that I can reach after work.

Where to put deer is a bit of a conundrum. I don't want to slap a carcass where I'd be sleeping eventually.

What about modifying one of those hitch mount cargo carriers? Most are rated up to 500lbs but a few are up to 700lbs. Should be plenty for a nice deer. Or just do as the backwoods folk do and strap it to the hood. Half will be cooked by the time you get it home and can be snacked on while camping.

 

[War_Pig]

Now there's an idea! I do have a tow hitch installed. Deer when dressed are about 75-125lbs depending.

Found this, too.

Hitch-Mounted Deer / Game Hoist & Carrier | 600 lb. Capacity

Save time and space in your truck bed with the Kill Shot Hitch-Mounted Deer / Game Hoist and Carrier from Discount Ramps.

www.discountramps.com

 

[RAMurphy]

Welcome to this great forum.

 

[War_Pig]

Ok. The rest of the parts are ready, waiting for a slot to open up at the shop. This will get the engine/transmission mounts in and the rest of the front end lift kit.